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James Kannard Jr

Culpeper,VA

Summary

As a Facilities Maintenance Contract Technician, I bring a strong background here at MWAA, I excel in contract management and quality control, ensuring service excellence, compliance, while maintaining a safe work history and environment. My expertise in Heavy Equipment Operating, Project Management, coupled with a proven track record in training and mentoring current and new employees allow co-workers to feel comfortable and at ease while getting familiar with the airport, their job duties and assignments. I have strong computer software skills in various types, attention to detail, problem solver, fast learner, and eager to excel in any challenge. I served as Safety Coordinator in Pavement and Grounds Shop here at MWAA, I attended monthly safety meetings and conducted presentations regarding safety awareness needs and policy changes here at MWAA.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Facilities Maintenance Contract Technician

MWAA
01.2024 - Current
  • Service contract inspector for quality control and services. Do daily, seasonal, bi-annual, annual, detailed and other various types of inspections on different vendors/contractors to ensure they are doing the work stated in the scope of work for that said contract.
  • Performs scheduled and unscheduled inspections for different types of issues, trash in or around the airport, carpet stains, window tint, Fire Extinguishers, dumpsters to be emptied, electrical, plumbing, grounds, pavement issues, guardrails for damage, Elevator, Escalator, Moving Walkways, and baggage issues in terminal and bag basement.
  • Identify and document such findings and report them back to COTRs and other technical representatives..
  • Write reports for inspections made each day, enter detailed Annual and Bi-annual inspection reports into our 226 contract shared file for documentation.
  • Interact with airline vendors for repairs and or issue findings.
  • Create action plans for projects that involve MWAA and vendors to get all types of issues completed and or resolved in a timely and effective manner.
  • Call or email work order requests in for such findings to be repaired or reported.
  • Create work orders through ATLAS app and or MAXIMO
  • Act as a COTR for small contracts, i have (Commercial Appliance Contract currently).
  • Create invoice for work completed and pay out contractor invoices for job completion and or projects at hand..
  • Create requisitions.
  • Market research for upcoming potential bidders for future contracts
  • Be involved in PRE/POST award meetings.
  • Use different software to include
  • Workday
  • CLMS
  • ATLAS
  • MAXIMO
  • WORKDAY
  • MICROSOFT WORD
  • MICROSOFT EXCEL
  • POWERPOINT
  • OUTLOOK
  • QLIK SENSE
  • CHROME
  • GOOGLE and much more.
  • Train new employees in airfield awareness to get MOVEMENT.
  • Train new employees in job task entering work orders, creating work orders, entering reports, and typical inspection processes.
  • Training completed since becoming inspector.
  • MPP GOALS AND REVIEW FOR SUPERVIORS
  • PROCUREMENT INTEGRITY
  • CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION CERTIFICATION
  • MANAGERS GUIDE TO DISCIPLINE AND DOCUMENTATION ETHICS LEARNING PROGRAM
  • BUYER AND SELLERS ROLES IN PROCUREMENT
  • CONTRACTS OVERVIEW
  • FIXED PRICE CONTRACTS
  • TIME AND MATERIAL COST REIMBURSABLE CONTRACTS
  • TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES FOR PLANNING PROCUREMENTS
  • TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES FOR CONDUCTING PROCUREMENT
  • PROCUREMENT DOCUMENTS
  • TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES FOR CONTROLLING PROCUREMENTS
  • COTR ROLE
  • COTR LEARNING PROGRAM
  • COTR SOW WRITING AND ICE TRAINING
  • WORKDAY AND CLMS TRAINING
  • OSHA 30 HOUR TRAINING
  • MSHA HAZARD DETERMINATION COURSE TEST
  • TITLE VI ANNUAL TRAINING
  • INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL
  • INTERMEDIATE MICROSOFT EXCEL
  • ADVANCE MICROSOFT EXCEL
  • LEADERCAMP ON DEMAND LEADERSHIP SERIES
  • OUTLOOK 365 ORGANIZING EMAILS
  • POWERPOINT 365 SAVING AND SHARING PRESENTATIONS IN POWERPOINT
  • FIRST TIME MANAGER JOURNEY
  • SUPERVISOR TOOL KIT
  • ETHICS
  • GLOBAL SECURITY
  • CONFINED SPACE
  • SUMMER VEHICLE SAFETY

PROFESSIONAL CLASSES FOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATION KORNFERRY (DUKE UNIVERSITY)

  • NEGOTIATIONS STRATEGIES AND TECHNIQUES
  • CONTRACT MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLE AND PRACTICES
  • FEDERAL CONTRACT BASICS
  • SOLE SOURCE BEST VALUE IN PROCESS

Heavy Equipment Operator II

MWAA
11.2014 - 01.2024
  • Lead Crews and Mentored New Employees, Leader in our Shop and someone who leads by example, Was in Charge of (8) person Cadata Crew picking up Trash, Mowing, etc. along with being left person in charge for Grounds Shop during regular hours along with emergency operations.
  • Was Safety Coordinator for shop a couple of years. Attended safety meetings and shared updated information and policy changes to implement. Presented to shop using powerpoint, and or oral presentations. Maintained all safety meeting records etc.
  • Operate Heavy Equipment such as Wheel and Track Loaders, Backhoes, Track and Wheel Excavators, Motor Graders, Dozers, Cranes, Bush hogs, Tractors, Skid Steers, Rollers, Paver, Tractor Trailer Lowboy and Landoll, Dump Trucks such as Tandem and Single Axle Snow Equipment such as Maulers, Snow Blowers, Pushers, Combo Units, Loaders
    Small Equipment such as Zero Turns, Weed Eaters, Backpack Blowers and Hand Held Blowers, Jumping Jack Tamper, Plate Tamper, and Various Hand Tools.
  • Safety Officer for one year in shop. Went to safety meetings and presented meeting minutes back to our shop. Also took lead in creating a safe work environment for Pavement and Grounds shop
  • RLD Certified
  • Pesticide Certified
  • CPR / FIRST AID / AED Certified
  • Basic Work zone
  • Forklift and Power Platform Certified, Flagger Certified
  • Drove flatbed trailer to move equipment between job sites.
    Improved project completion time by multitasking on heavy equipment. Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
    Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials. Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
    Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
    Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
    Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements
  • COTR REVIEW
  • COTR Roles and Responsibilities Training Completed COTR Learning Program
  • CLASS A LICENSE WITH AIR BRAKES AND TANKER ENDORSEMENT
  • Responsible Land Disturbance Certified Pesticide Applicator Certified
    numerous computer training classes offered through skillport and Workday.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Virginia Department of Transportation
11.2007 - 11.2014
  • Night Time Supervisor for Snow Removal, was in charge of DBI Services along with other contractors, submitted time work along with equipment charge of hourly rate.
  • Contract Monitor for Snow Removal
  • Contract Monitor for Contract Bids and work done by contractor. PERSON IN CHARGE.
  • Led Crews of other employees on various jobs such as installing pipe, grading, tree trimming.
    Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
  • Operated excavators, Backhoes, loaders, tractors, graders, rollers, paver machines, and other construction equipment to properly grade land
  • Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Transported materials around construction sites to work locations. Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
  • Conducted periodical safety, maintenance or servicing checks to verify proper functioning of equipment.
  • Led safety meetings in shop, came up with safety policies to cover what was already enforced by the state. Followed federal and state mandates and laws.
    Maneuvered motorized heavy equipment to accurately remove and place materials.
  • Inspected and repaired equipment to maintain durability and optimal performance.
  • Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
  • Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.

Baggage Handler

United Airlines
05.2007 - 11.2007
  • Proactively identified potential problems or errors in the baggage handling process, taking corrective action when necessary.
  • Improved baggage handling efficiency by streamlining loading and unloading processes.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of cargo from aircraft, maintaining proper weight distribution for safe flight operations.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient transfer of luggage between flights.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely and accurate baggage delivery to claim areas.
  • Maintained clear communication with colleagues, supervisors, and airline staff to coordinate seamless baggage services.
  • Coordinated with ramp agents to verify baggage was placed on correct outgoing flight.
  • Loaded passengers' property onto appropriate aircraft by collecting, sorting and checking baggage tags against flight lists.
  • Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
  • Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
  • Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
  • Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
  • Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.

Paint Supervisor

Kannards Painting
06.2005 - 05.2007
  • Monitored employee performance to maintain quality and compliance with job standards.
  • Assisted personnel with suggestions and recommendations to resolve problem.
  • Optimized paint mixing processes, resulting in more accurate color matches and better overall product quality.
  • Improved paint quality by implementing rigorous quality control measures and regular inspections.
  • Implemented inventory management systems to maintain optimal levels of paint supplies and equipment.
  • Established strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication regarding project expectations and progress updates.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers, resulting in cost savings without sacrificing quality or service.
  • Consistently met and exceeded project deadlines through effective time management and prioritization skills.
  • Developed staff schedule with sufficient coverage and processed payroll for prompt payment.
  • Managed a team of painters, providing guidance, training, and feedback to ensure high-quality workmanship.

Infantryman

United States Army
11.2004 - 04.2005
  • Communicated effectively with superiors and subordinates alike, facilitating smooth execution of orders during high-stress situations.
  • Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
  • Led a squad of infantrymen in various combat situations, achieving objectives while minimizing losses.
  • Developed soldier skills by providing guidance on marksmanship, physical fitness, and tactical maneuvers.
  • Maintained strict discipline within the ranks enforcing adherence to military standards and regulations.
  • Established defensive positions to protect against enemy forces.
  • Maintained high standards of weapons handling, ensuring safety and preparedness.
  • Provided first aid and immediate care in field conditions, enhancing team resilience.
  • Enhanced communication effectiveness by operating advanced radio and signaling equipment.
  • Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
  • Reduced risk of casualties by implementing strict adherence to safety protocols during live-fire exercises.
  • Utilized advanced combat tactics to maintain safety during engagements.

Long Line Painter

Paynes Parking Designs
08.2002 - 10.2004
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
  • Consistently met safety regulations while working on-site at both residential and commercial properties.
  • Improved customer relations through strong communication skills and attention to detail in all projects.
  • Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
  • Managed inventory of supplies and ensured proper maintenance of painting equipment for optimal performance on each job site.
  • Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
  • Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
  • Provided exceptional customer service in addressing concerns or changes during the course of projects.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, incorporating new painting techniques into projects.
  • Optimized paint application techniques to minimize waste and ensure even coverage.
  • Improved team morale and efficiency by fostering collaborative work environment.
  • Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
  • Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.

Education

Associates - Project Management

Duke University
Online Kornferry
12-2027

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School
Bealeton, VA
06-2002

Skills

  • Accident investigation
  • Hazard identification
  • First aid and CPR
  • Traffic safety
  • Construction safety
  • Equipment inspection
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Safety training
  • Inspection documentation
  • Record keeping
  • Employee supervision
  • Training and mentorship
  • OSHA compliance
  • Inspection procedures
  • Compliance enforcement
  • Inspection protocols
  • Safety procedures

Certification

  • Class A CDL
  • COMMERCIAL PESTICIDE APPLICATOR
  • RESPONSIBLE LAND DISTURBER
  • WORKZONE
  • COTR SOW / ICE TRAINING
  • OSHA 30 CONSTRUCTION
  • CONTRACT ADMISNISTRATION CERTIFICATION
  • MSHA HAZARD DETERMINATION COURSE
  • NEGOTIATION STRATEGIES AND TECHNIQUES
  • CONTRACT MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES
  • FIRST AID/CPR AED

Timeline

Facilities Maintenance Contract Technician

MWAA
01.2024 - Current

Heavy Equipment Operator II

MWAA
11.2014 - 01.2024

Heavy Equipment Operator

Virginia Department of Transportation
11.2007 - 11.2014

Baggage Handler

United Airlines
05.2007 - 11.2007

Paint Supervisor

Kannards Painting
06.2005 - 05.2007

Infantryman

United States Army
11.2004 - 04.2005

Long Line Painter

Paynes Parking Designs
08.2002 - 10.2004

High School Diploma -

Liberty High School

Associates - Project Management

Duke University
James Kannard Jr
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